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Glossy and UV-resistant urushi coatings
A new study describes the development of glossy and UV-resistant urushi coatings by thermal polymerisation.
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Enhanced storability of bananas
A recently conducted study introduces a pectin/agarose-based coating functionalised with Piper betel L. extract for enhancing storability of postharvest bananas.
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Sika Opens Technology Centre in China
Sika has significantly expanded its research and development capacities in the Asia/Pacific region and opened a new Technology Centre in Suzhou, China.
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Organosilicon anti-fouling coating
A new paper describes the construction and performance of waterborne organosilicon anti-fouling coating based on hydrosilylation.
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Münzing consolidates “Coatings, Construction & Adhesives” division
The Münzing Group, a global manufacturer of specialty additives headquartered in Abstatt, Baden-Württemberg, announces a "harmonisation of its organisational structure".
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Self-healing coatings for corrosion protection
A new paper provides a comprehensive summary of the research progress for photothermally activated self-healing coatings, which can remotely activate the repair of coating damage and restore their corrosion...
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Sur Tec takes over Aluservice
Sur Tec has acquired the Italian-based company Aluservice. The company specialises in the research, development and distribution of chemical specialities for the surface treatment of aluminium, zinc, steel...
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Facile way to enhance paper properties
A new work describes a quick and efficient flame-retardant, antibacterial and antifungal treatment for high-performance cellulose paper.
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Brenntag: New distribution agreement with Halox
Brenntag Specialties has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Halox for Paint & Coatings products in Brazil.
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Novel flame retardant pressure sensitive adhesives
A new study investigates phosphorus-based flame retardant acrylic pressure sensitive adhesives with superior peel strength and transfer characteristics.
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Extending the shelf-life of salmon
A new paper discusses the design of active double-layer gel coatings based on furcellaran-gelatin and aqueous butterfly pea (Clitoria ternatea) flower extract for prolonging the shelf-life of salmon (Salmo...
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PPG opens “Aerospace Application Support Center” in France
PPG has announced the opening of a EUR 15,8 million "Aerospace Application Support Center" (ASC) in Toulouse, France.
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Thriving Market: Functional Coatings Take Center Stage in Growth
Functional coatings are increasingly requested by the most varied industrial sectors. By Chiara Foppa Pedretti, contributing author.
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Improving the thermal efficiency of roof-coatings
A recent work proposes the improvement of the thermal efficiency of organic roof-coatings through design aimed at increasing the durability of thermochromic pigments.